Description
A quick, nutritious dish combining tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and creamy orzo pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
- Start by cooking the orzo according to the package instructions. Once it’s done, drain and set it aside.
- In the same pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté it until it becomes fragrant, which should take about a minute.
- Toss in the diced chicken breast and cook until it turns a beautiful golden brown and is fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the fresh broccoli florets and chicken broth. Cover the pot and cook for about 5-7 minutes more, or until the broccoli is tender and bright green.
- Return the cooked orzo to the pot. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to your liking and give it a good mix to combine all the flavors.
- Serve your Healthy Chicken and Broccoli Orzo warm. If you like, top it with grated Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of flavor.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken, orzo, broccoli, quick meals, healthy recipes